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A traditional flavor for biscotti, anise tastes like sweet licorice. You can find anise seeds at gourmet grocery stores or order from Spices, Etc. Call 1-800-827-6373 to receive a free catalog or place an order. A 1.4-ounce container costs $1.60 plus shipping and handling. Anise flavoring is available in the spice section of your supermarket. Ingredients:
4 large eggs |
1 1/3 cups sugar |
1 tablespoon anise seeds, crushed |
1 tablespoon anisette liqueur or 2 teaspoons anise flavoring |
2 cups all-purpose flour |
Directions:
1. Beat eggs at high speed with an electric mixer until foamy; gradually add sugar, beating 5 minutes or until thickened.
2. Add anise seeds and liqueur, mixing until blended. Stir flour into mixture. Pour batter into 2 (8- x 4-inch) greased loafpans.
3. Bake at 375° for 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
4. Cool in pans on wire racks 5 minutes; remove from pans, and cool completely on wire racks.
5. Cut each loaf diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices with a serrated knife using a gentle sawing motion. Place slices on lightly greased baking sheets.
6. Bake at 350° for 8 minutes; turn cookies over, and bake 8 additional minutes. Remove cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
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